Tag: Endowment Tax

Regulation October 2, 2020

IRS, Treasury Soften Blow of Endowment Tax

NACUBO welcomes rule changes but still opposes tax, which it says diminishes resources for students.

Regulation August 28, 2020

White House Regulatory Office Reviews Endowment Tax

Universities have called for the removal of the 1.4% excise tax, which they say hurts financial aid.

Regulation February 19, 2020

Stanford University Owes $43 Million Endowment Tax Bill

The university said it is actively working to repeal or limit the 1.4% tax on returns.

Regulation September 24, 2019

MIT Endowment Returns 8.8% in 2019, Grows to $17.4 Billion

University addresses Epstein protests, launches internal review of donor relationships.

Regulation July 15, 2019

IRS Issues Endowment Tax Regulations

Higher education foundations finally get guidance on 2017 excise tax.

Regulation July 2, 2018

IRS Proposes Regulations to Soften Endowment Tax Hit

Clarification of 1.4% excise tax could reduce amount paid by universities.

Regulation February 13, 2018

Endowment Tax Hits Harvard’s Investment Strategy

Dean says university will refrain from making long-term commitments due to 1.4% excise tax.

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